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Excise duty on petrol, diesel reduced as crude prices rise

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The Indian government has reduced special excise duty on petrol and diesel amid rising global crude prices. The decision comes as tensions in West Asia continue to disrupt global oil supply chains, with tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz remaining constrained. Duty cut aimed at offsetting impact of rising crude prices Retail fuel prices may not see immediate reduction India imports over 90 percent of its crude requirement from Autocar India https://ift.tt/lQtVvj1

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Compact SUV mega comparison: Seven's a crowd

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The compact SUV space is India’s most crowded segment, with no fewer than seven contenders measuring just under four metres in length. Largely owner-driven, these cars are expected to be practical, user friendly and feature packed, while also delivering a strong dose of aspirational appeal. Hyundai has now introduced the second-generation Venue , built on an all-new platform and designed to build upon the strengths of its predecessor. But does it stand tall against its fiercest rivals? To find out, we’ve lined it up against the Maruti Brezza , Tata Nexon , Kia Sonet , Skoda Kylaq , Mahindra XUV 3XO and Kia Syros . Compact SUV comparison: Dimensions and price Dimensionally, the differences between these SUVs are marginal. The Brezza is the tallest of the lot, while the XUV 3XO is the widest and boasts the longest wheelbase. Ground clearance honours go to the Nexon at 208mm, with the Kia Sonet close behind at 205mm.  Sonet X Line among the more expensive SUVs while Nexon is th...

5 things to know before buying the Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350

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The Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 is a custom-looking bobber you can buy straight from the showroom. With retro whitewall tyres, tall ape-hanger handlebars and a distinctive cantilevered seat, it's one of Royal Enfield's most visually striking offerings. If you're considering one, here are answers to some of the most common questions. What is the price of the Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350? The Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 is priced between Rs 2.20 lakh and Rs 2.23 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), making it the most expensive motorcycle in Royal Enfield's 350cc lineup. Following a recent update, the Goan Classic now comes with a slip/assist clutch and a faster USB-C charging port, with prices rising by just Rs 2,000. What engine powers the Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350? The Goan Classic 350 is powered by the same 349cc long-stroke, air-cooled single-cylinder engine found across Royal Enfield's 350cc range. It produces 20.2hp at 6,100rpm and 27Nm of torque at 4,00...

Suzuki Burgman new generation teased ahead of launch

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The Burgman was launched back in 2018 and since then it has proven to be a strong-seller for Suzuki. It is often credited for kickstarting the pseudo-maxi scooter segment in India. Now, Suzuki has teased on its social media, what seems to be a new generation of the Burgman, slated to launch on April 2. 1. Suzuki Burgman could receive updates similar to the new Access 2. Teased image reveals a new split-headlight setup 3. The Burgman range currently starts from Rs 93,676 Suzuki Burgman teased: What to expect? The Burgman was launched back in 2018 The Suzuki Burgman has been on-sale for quite some years and has largely remained the same. A larger 12-inch rear wheel - Street EX - variant was launched in 2022 but the brand hasn’t tinkered around with the design or fundamentals since launch. Now, via a social media post, Suzuki has teased the headlight of the upcoming new-gen Burgman. The brand has also confirmed that it will be launching this new-generation of the Burgman on April...

2026 Tata Sierra buyers guide video

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Kia Seltos vs Honda Elevate CVT Performance comparison

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The second-generation Kia Seltos is among the newer mid-size SUVs for MY26. It offers multiple powertrain combinations, with a petrol-CVT being one of them. The Honda Elevate , on the other hand, also offers the same engine-gearbox configuration and has been on sale since 2023. We’ve put the petrol-CVT versions of the two SUVs through our comprehensive real-world acceleration tests to determine which of the two performs better. Kia Seltos vs Honda Elevate CVT: Specifications Elevate delivers slightly more power Kia Seltos vs Honda Elevate CVT: Specifications   Specifications  Kia Seltos Honda Elevate  Engine  4 cyls, petrol 4 cyls, petrol Displacement  (cc) 1497 1498 Power (hp) 115 121 Torque (Nm) 144 145 Gearbox 6-step CVT 7-step CVT Comparing their naturally aspirated petrol engines side by side, it's the Elevate with a slight edge in power and torque figures. Both have s...